Nkosinathi Skosana

• Develop comprehensive project plans, identifying risks and mitigation strategies for timely completion.
• Evaluate vendor proposals, selecting those that provided the best value for cost, quality, and timeliness.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.
• Lead cross-functional teams for successful project delivery within scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
• Conduct post-project evaluations to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective actions for future endeavors.
• Monitor project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
• Present regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
• Establish effective communication channels with stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment of expectations.
• Streamline project management processes by implementing agile methodologies, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced costs.
• Negotiate contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for the organization''s benefit.
• Communicate project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
• Manage budgets exceeding $600 million while effectively controlling costs through diligent financial oversight.
• Monitor contracts and service level agreements to identify potential risks and implement mitigation actions to protect development process from unforeseen delays and costs.
• Establish and managed change management processes to fulfill successful project transitions.
• Implement change management processes to accommodate evolving project requirements while minimizing disruptions.
• Optimize resource allocation by closely monitoring project progress and adjusting team assignments as needed.
• Develop and maintained project budgets to control costs and meet organizational and project goals.
• Improve stakeholder communication by establishing regular update meetings and clear reporting channels, resulting in increased trust and partnership.
• Champion corporate values and ethics in all project activities, setting strong example for team members and reinforcing company's reputation for integrity.

• Successfully managed Western Cape Re-Signalling project and delivered a fully functional Train Control Centre and 7 Corridors of New Electronic Interlocking for PRASA.
• I simultaneously Oversee various Signalling projects and Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) projects for Gautrain Project.
• Prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
• Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
• Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
• Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
• Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
• Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
• Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
• Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
• Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
• Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
• Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
• Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
• Effectively managed scope creep by establishing clear boundaries on requested changes while keeping projects aligned with original objectives and budgets.
• Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
• Managed projects from procurement to commission.

• Mentored junior technicians to develop their skills and knowledge, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Adeptly utilized various testing instruments such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, function generators-ensuring accurate measurement of circuit performance parameters.
• Performed quality control checks and final reviews.
• Updated skills and knowledge in the field by attending relevant workshops, conferences, and training programs, maintaining a competitive edge as a Senior Engineering Technician.
• Implemented rigorous safety protocols within the workplace, minimizing incidents and promoting a safe working environment.
• Increased efficiency in engineering processes by streamlining workflow and implementing new software tools.
• Optimized resource allocation for engineering projects by tracking inventory levels and forecasting future needs accurately.
• Collaborated with customers to gather requirements, provide project updates, and develop successful resolutions to diverse problems.
• Completed quality assurance reviews and final inspections.
• Developed comprehensive documentation for engineering projects, leading to better communication and understanding among team members.

• Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
• Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
• Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.

· Responsible to perform preventative, corrective and routine maintenance on Telecoms Core network (DTN) optical transport systems.

· Responsible for monitoring, detecting and troubleshooting of network service interruptions, including call outs (Splicing, testing, fault finding).

· Responsible for Maintenance of BTS site, the Power systems and Spares.

• Configuration and Installation of all networking hardware (LAN and WAN) as part of the corrective and preventative maintenance and during site installations.
• Perform Day to Day troubleshooting and repair of faulty Hardware Equipment in accordance with standards and specifications.
• Act as the First point of contact/liaison to provide Global teams with local assistance to deliver network services in the region, which includes troubleshooting of network outages, equipment refresh/upgrades, new technologies, etc.
• Knowledge of technology used in the company's network including Subsea, DWDM, OTN and Data (Ethernet, IP/MPLS, OSPF, BGP).

• Responsible for electrical construction installations (Electronic and Telecommunications).
• Responsible for operational team including daily diary reporting, completion of all company and client documentation and site permits.
• Responsible for installation team, including all health and safety aspects of the project installations in compliance with Occupational Health & Safety Act and relevant Safety Legislation.
• Ensuring for all technical installations to meet the required company standards and relevant electrical SANS codes of practice.
• Contributed to a safer working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols, guidelines, and regulations.
• Troubleshot and resolved engineering issues to reduce delays and achieve project milestones.
• Completed engineering projects and tasks within established timelines and budgets.
• Provided technical support for engineering projects to support accuracy and deadline management.
• Conducted research and gathered data on engineering components and systems.
• Implemented quality assurance procedures to minimize non-conformances.
• Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
• Played an instrumental role in reducing project costs by effectively managing resources such as materials inventory management.